PRELIMINARY COURSE SYLLABUS
Quarter: Spring 2016
Course Title: Stanford Community Chorus
Course Code: MUS 187
Instructor: Kelly Savage
Course Summary:
The Stanford Community Chorus is an exciting new ensemble that explores many different
types of music and singing, including folk, spirituals, popular songs, and traditional choral
pieces. The Chorus is open to the entire Bay Area Community, including Stanford students,
faculty, staff, and all our neighbors. The group is an opportunity to participate in
communal singing in a fun and supportive environment.
Prerequisites:
No audition is required to join.
Grade Options and Requirements:
• No Grade Requested (NGR)
o This is the default option. No written work will be required; no credit shall be
awarded.
Please Note: Courses taken for NGR will not appear on official transcripts or grade reports.
Rehearsal Process:
The rehearsal process consists of warm-ups, vocal exercises, learning by ear,
experimenting with various vocal techniques, and singing in parts. We improve vocal
skills by working on body alignment, breath management, vowel formation, clear
tone, diction and accurate intonation. We work on phrasing, dynamics, and creating a
blended choral sound. With a focus on group singing, participants expand their musical
repertoire and become more confident singers and musicians. The course culminates
in an informal performance for friends and family.
Course Policies:
Chorus members’ dedication to learning and attendance at all rehearsals and the final
performance are essential.
PleasecontacttheStanfordContinuingStudiesofficewithanyquestions
365LasuenSt.,Stanford,CA94305
[email protected]
650-725-2650
PRELIMINARY COURSE SYLLABUS
Quarter: Spring 2016
Proposed Repertoire:
Proposed songs are subject to change, based on the choir make-up.
Spirituals:
“I’ll Fly Away”
“Wade in the Water”
Popular/American:
“Satin Doll”
“Let It Be,” The Beatles
“Shenandoah,” arr James Erb
“Send Down the Rain,” Joyce Eilers
“Londonderry Air”
International Songs:
“If the People Lived Their Lives” (Russian)
Classical:
“Tallis Canon”
“Cakes & Ale,” Purcell
Rounds:
“By the Waters of Babylon”
“Bella Mama”
PleasecontacttheStanfordContinuingStudiesofficewithanyquestions
365LasuenSt.,Stanford,CA94305
[email protected]
650-725-2650